In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Javier Alba Mayagoitia from Priority IAC explains how microbial-driven nutrition can stabilize rumen function and support healthier, more efficient dairy cows. He covers targeted strains, rumen fermentation challenges, and practical feeding principles producers can apply on-farm. Learn how microbiology connects with nutrition to strengthen performance. Listen now on all major platforms.

"Smartbacteria is a concept that includes strains with specific functions for digestion, disease prevention, and cow health."

Meet the guest: Dr. Javier Alba Mayagoitia is a veterinary microbiology nutritionist and Director of Priority IAC México. With 32 years in dairy and beef cattle practice across mastitis, herd management, and nutrition, he now focuses on microbiology-based feeding strategies.

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What will you learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:21) Introduction
• (05:01) Smartbacteria explained
• (06:21) Preventing acidosis
• (08:09) Nutrition principles
• (10:07) Feed management tips
• (11:26) Protein efficiency
• (14:15) Closing thoughts

The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by the innovative companies:

* Priority IAC

* Fortiva

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